consumer safety
BET reports that testing found contaminants, including carcinogens and lead, in several popular synthetic braiding hair products. The story says researchers described the contamination as widespread and raised concerns about labeling and transparency, including how consumers and stylists may not have clear information about product contents. The article notes that exposure concerns extend to people […]
Wegmans issued a recall for its Deluxe Unsalted Mixed Nuts due to potential Salmonella contamination. Affected packages include the 11.5 oz. and 34 oz. tubs with lot #DC 58041 and best-by dates in July and August 2026. The lot codes are found under the tub lid. Customers are advised not to consume the nuts and […]
Walmart has been fined by New York Attorney General Letitia James for violating state laws regarding the sale and distribution of realistic-looking toy guns. The AG’s office found that third-party sellers on Walmart’s platform shipped imitation firearms to nine addresses across the state, including locations in Western New York. State law requires toy guns to […]
Casely has issued a recall for approximately 429,000 of its wireless portable chargers, known as “Power Pods,” after 51 reports of overheating, swelling, or catching fire during use. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall Thursday, April 17, 2025, citing six incidents that resulted in minor burn injuries. The affected units, model […]
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating complaints of illnesses that may be related to Lucky Charms cereal. No formal alert has been issued, but the Livingston County Department of Health did alert the media and is asking any residents who have eaten the cereal and who are experiencing nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea, to […]
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